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S233 RNK

1998 Volvo S70

Green Petrol 2319cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,349 mi
Last recorded132,349 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS233 RNK
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,319cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 132,349 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 132,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 124,938 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 124,936 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 114,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 105,910 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 96,545 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 96,545 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Volvo S70?

Based on 77,770 MOT tests across 7,179 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,207
position lamp(s) not working 2,216
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,143
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S233 RNK is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Green with a 2,319cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 112,832 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo S70 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S233 RNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S233 RNK registered?

S233 RNK is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 14 September 1998.

Is S233 RNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S233 RNK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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